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NEWS • PAGE 2
http://imcom.korea.army.mil NEWS THE MORNING CALM
MP Blotter
The following entries were excerpted
from the military police blotters. These
entries may be incomplete and do not
imply guilt or innocence.
USAG Yongsan:
Larceny of Private Funds; Unknown
person(s), by unknown means, entered
the quarters of Victim and stole the
Victim’s wallet containing $840.00.
Victim was unsure if the door was
secured. A search for possible subject(s)
and/or witness (es) was unsuccessful.
USAG Yongsan:
Shoplifting; Subject was observed via
Close Circuit TV removing a make-up
compact and leaving the PX without
rendering a proper payment. Subject
was detained and transported to the
This “kissing statue” is in Yeoido Park located in Seoul. The park is divided into four zones; Korean traditional garden, green area, cultural plaza,
PMO. Subject was advised of their legal
rights, which Subject invoked. Subject and natural ecological forest. Yeouido is also home to the Korean National Assembly and the 63 Building. — Courtesy photo by Dave Palmer
was processed and released on their
own recognizance. Estimated Cost of
Loss is $25.50. SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off–post events and activities
USAG Humphreys:
Assault Consummated by a Battery;
Provoking Speech/Gestures; Subject Guemsan Ginseng Festival Korea’s Water Parks Ttukseom is now breaking through the
struck Victim in the face with a closed fist Guemsan, in Southern Chungcheong- The sweltering heat creeps up on us quickly hangover brought upon it by half a century
at. Subject and Victim were transported do Province, will be holding the 30th here in Korea and there is always a need of breakneck urbanization and industrial
to the PMO where they were advised Geumsan Ginseng Festival from Sep. to keep cool. Going to a water park in development, and becoming a place to
of their legal rights, which they waived 3-12 to celebrate the health benefits Korea is one of the most fun things to do enjoy clean water and fresh air.
rendering written sworn statements
of Ginseng, a product for which the to cool off in the summer. Of course, things
attesting to the incident. Subject was
processed and released to their unit. area is well known. Festivities will take like wave pools that replicate an ocean All Aboard!
place in Guemsan Ginseng Square and of rolling waves; slides with a thrill factor Haerang is a train that’s part hotel, part
USAG Humphreys: along the Ginseng and Medicinal Herb on par with roller coasters; and a wide observatory, part entertainment facility, and
Larceny of Private Property; Unknown Streets in Geumsan-eup Joongdo-ri, selection of swimming pools await visitors. 100% fun. On the outside, the train is a
person(s), by unknown means, removed and will include a number of programs But something special about Korea’s water striking blue with a gold phoenix emblem;
Victim’s white gold diamond bridal set
that will allow guests to experience the parks is that many of them also have hot on the inside, it’s full of clean and modern
which was left unsecured and unattended
inside of their bag at Soldier’s Field. A whole ginseng process from cultivation spring spas including Jjimjilbang (Korean accommodations and conveniences,
search of the area conducted by Victim to harvest and trade. Last year, the style sauna), allowing you to relax and ensuring visitors a safe and pleasant
#1 met with negative results. Victim ‘Ginseng Medicinal Herb Health House’ recharge after a fun-packed day. travel experience. The luxury train takes
rendered a written sworn statement was especially popular among visitors passengers to major tourist destinations
attesting to the incident. Estimated Cost and has since been upgraded and Ttukseom in Korea’s southwest, southeast, and
of Loss is $2,149.00.
renamed ‘A House Full of Energy,’ Once a sandy spit on the Hangang River eastern regions as part of a one-night,
USAG Daegu: where visitors can experience the where Korea’s kings went to fire off two-day or two-night, three-day program.
Underage Drinking; Subject was physical benefits of ginseng through the arrows. Now, the peninsula is home to Train fare is inclusive of all services and
observed unconscious in an off-post five senses. Scheduled events include the sprawling greenness of Seoul Forest, travel fees. Travelers move from one
taxi. Subject was transported to the a Ginseng Fashion Show, Ginseng one of the city’s most important natural destination to another by train or by bus
PMO. Due to their level of intoxication,
Cocktail Show and activities using spaces, which, unbelievably, was designed and visit famous local restaurants to feast
Subject lost consciousness and was then
transported to the Troop Medical Clinic. Ddukme, a mallet used when making rice in 2003 and opened only in mid- 2005. Its on regional specialties like hanjeongsik,
There the subjects commander was cakes and ginseng. Visitors will have the southern, western and northern shores are raw fish, and hanu beef. Haerang’s guest
contacted and gave authorization for a opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities lined with cycle paths, while the southern rooms range from standard rooms and
Legal Blood Alcohol Test to determine such as weighing ginseng with traditional shore doubles as the bank of the Hangang family rooms to deluxe rooms and suites.
Subject’s Blood Alcohol Content, with scales, peeling ginseng, selecting River and forms one of the key sect ions All passenger rooms are equipped with a
results pending. A check of Subject’s
ginseng seeds, making ginseng wine and of the Hangang River Park. Once beloved bed, an individual bathroom, a TV and air
ID card also revealed he was under the
legal age to consume alcohol. Subject chopping medicinal herbs. by Seoulites as a place to relax and play, conditioning.
was processed and released to their
unit. Source: www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
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Strong Communities
By Col. William P. Huber
Commander, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan
“Moreover, we believe that it is in our mutual missile development program in the world. The
interests ... that we have a balanced and reciprocal Chinese are developing new classes of missiles,
dialogue allowing us to build mutual trust, upgrading others and working on countering
cooperative capacity, institutional understanding, ballistic missile defenses.
and develop common views, all of those things At sea, China’s navy has the largest force of
on our normal checklist, and that there is a real principal combatant submarines and amphibious
cost to the absence of military-military relations,” warfare ships in Asia. China continues to invest
the official said. heavily in nuclear-powered submarines and diesel
The United States has tried to restart the electric boats. It’s also building an aircraft carrier
contacts. It is now up to China to make the next and other combatant surface ships.
move and “demonstrate that it is in their interest The Chinese are also developing space
to stay in that relationship and that they desire and cyber capabilities, pursuing the ability to
to sustain these engagements through periods of dominate across the spectrum of information in
turbulence,” the official said. all its dimensions on modern battle space, the
In the near term, the Chinese are preparing for official said.
a Taiwan contingency. China also is developing “China’s investment in advanced electronic
the capability to attack at long range military warfare systems, counterspace weapons and
forces operating in the Western Pacific. The computer network operations reflect the emphasis
capability still is limited, but it can grow in and priority China’s leaders place on building
numbers and accuracy, the official said. capability in these areas,” the senior defense
China has the most active ballistic and cruise official said.
AUGUST 20, 2010 USAG RED CLOUD USAG-RC • PAGE 5
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Road Blocked
The road by building S-270, 522nd
Signal Company Barracks and S-279,
Headquarters, HHSC Special Troops
Battalion on Red Cloud Garrison will be
blocked from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday for
the Directorate of Public Works to replace
water branch lines. For more information,
call 732-7306.
School Registration
Parents with children entering kindergarten
through eighth grade at Casey Elementary
School can drop off registration packets
at the school, bldg. 2400. For more
information, visit the school Web site at
http://www.Casey-es.pac.dodea.edu or call
730-6444.
Caty Agge
Facebook Fan
Stacey By Spc. Rick Canfield way they played, despite the score board loss. She could not
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs say enough good things about the Child, Youth and School
Markham-Davis Services. “Get your kids out there and sign them up in CYS
YONGSAN GARRISON — Coaching a co-ed teen Youth Services and it also gives parents a chance to meet
Facebook Fan basketball team is not about winning. “Coaching is an other parents, this is a great community event.”
experience, not only do you teach them about basketball, but “Garrison Yongsan and the Installation Management
how to be good sportsmen and how to have teamwork,” said Community supports all Soldiers, Families and Army
Staff Sgt. Shavonda Douglas, Garrison Chemical, Biological, Civilians with quality programs and safe communities that
Elementary Teacher! I waited nearly 8 months to get the Radiological and Nuclear NCO. “It’s not always about meet their needs,” said Garrison Commander Col. Bill
job I have a degree in! I know it is hard for very qualified winning; the most important thing is having fun and working Huber. “We are keeping our promise to make Yongsan a
spouses to find employment, but don’t give up hope! with your team. It doesn’t matter if you win or lose, don’t let place where community members can thrive.”
that be the standard for what you always look for.”
Coach Douglas was proud of her team the “Spurs” and the — See SPORTS, Page 12 —
Kory Sato
Facebook Fan
Waterwheel sets an example of Korean beauty
Sarah Sprister
Facebook Fan
USAG Yongsan Parent Central Enrollment Registration Office Clerk Miok Brady works at the Army
Community Services building Aug 6. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Choe Yong-joon
By Pfc. Choe Yong-joon “Since 1993, the reason why I have worked
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs as a CYSS provider is because I am fond of
taking care of children and their parents as
YONGSAN GARRISON — Child, Youth well,” said Miok Brady. “Year after year, the
and School Services recognized Miok Brady, biggest thing I learned is how I can provide
Parent Central Enrollment Registration people service as fast as I can and get to know
Office Clerk, as top employee of the week what they need.”
thanks to her great eagerness and sincere I feel my job is most rewarding when I
dedication to service throughout her 17-year looked after babies for single parents or dual
career at CYSS. military personnel who have less time to
Parent and Outreach Services Director spend with their children, and when they
Melody Francis praised Brady for her come back to Korea and try to find help
professionalism and vast amount of “on-the- directly from me again, Brady added.
job” knowledge. “Garrison Yongsan’s workforce has helped
“Ms. Brady has a lot of information. She make this a Community of Excellence three
serves as an information source here at Parent years in a row,” said Garrison Commander
Central Office, as well as our customer liaison Col Bill Huber. “Their dedication and
with the community. With her consistent commitment to excellence makes a positive
hospitable customer service and knowledge impact every day.”
base, she has many repeat customers who For more information, contact CYSS at
come back specifically to her.” 738-2311.
Watching the teens running back and forth through it all. Never once did she mention
down the court from hoop to hoop it was the victory over the “Spurs” or how badly
one big blur of red and black uniforms. One they lost. All she talked about was her
player wearing pink stood out. Katelyn, father who was her coach and how proud
daughter of Sgt. 1st Class Jose Soriano she was to wear the pink shoes for a cause.
explained why she wore pink shoes for the Apparently, Soriano must be teaching his
game. “I am wearing them because my team and daughter the same values that
mom’s best friend has cancer and I want to Douglas is teaching her team and daughter -
create Cancer Awareness.” that what really matters isn’t the score board,
Her team the “Bulls” had just won the final it’s the content of your character.
game of the season and stood undefeated
from Page 10
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jeffrey D. Hawkins: Chaplain (Maj.) John Chun: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Suk Jong Lee: Chaplain (Maj.) Milton Johnson:
jeffrey.d.hawkins@us.army.mil, 738-3009 john.chun@us.army.mil, 753-7274 sukjong.lee@us.army.mil, 732-6169 milton.johnson4@us.army.mil, 764-5455
Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis: Chaplain (Maj.) Anthony Flores: Chaplain (Maj.) Alfred Grondski: Chaplain (Capt.) Mike Jones:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-4043 anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, 753-7042 alfred.grondski@us.army.mil, 732-6016 michael.jones124@us.army.mil, 765-8991
IMCOM-K • PAGE 16
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Above, a visitor to the Daejanggeum Theme Park in Yangju sits down in front of replica “royal” cuisine called “surasang.” — Photos by Kevin Jackson
Gyeonggi Province:
A trip ‘off the beaten path’
A staff member at the Youngjip Bow and Arrow Museum in Paju demonstrate the proper
method to hold the weapon. The Youngjip Bow and Arrow Museum is the first of its kind
in Korea dedicated to archery. Bow and arrow making called “gangsi jang” has been
designated as Korean Intangible Cultural Asset No. 47.
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Firefighters team up to evacuate simulated casualty PV2 Lovett from the emergency. — U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. George Clay
By Staff Sgt. George Clay and Cadet Kenneth Hunkus junior leadership required the senior leaders to company integration of the Garrison into of the 293rd Signal Company, and future
42nd Ohio Volunteer Battalion pull together to make a quantifiable program our emergency response execution. leaders will no doubt turn to Eagle
of instruction that could be evaluated and then The exercise took place over the course of Strike as the standard to meet in Defense
DAEGU GARRISON — 293rd Signal structured to fit quarterly demands. two days at four technical controls with the full Communications Services.
Company has a unique mission in 1ST Signal Operation Eagle Strike was the first of its speed run-through at Camp Carroll only. With
Brigade, as it is one of the most geographically type: a multi-tiered training exercise which a single run-through and no resets, Soldiers
dispersed companies in Korea with several the 293rd developed, produced, tested and were tested on the move and the situation
interlacing missions. One of these is the executed successfully to exercise, maintain developed from every action and inaction. The
operation of Technical Control Facilities. and revise standard operating procedures and Fire Department responded within minutes of
They provide all communications services to emergency action plans for communications placing a call, and Soldiers worked with the
Area IV through critical hubs. To accomplish facilities throughout Area IV. teams to complete the mission and restore
this mission successfully they must train the Eagle Strike was comprised of three function at Top Site. Observers used “go /
personnel manning these hubs to face the parts. The first; planning and development no-go” checklists based on emergency action
unexpected and to respond to situations of the program of instruction was uniquely plans and standard operating procedures to
involving crippling communication outages. challenging since no site or crew level training note proper execution of the exercise as well
In order to test their abilities to handle had ever been accomplished prior to Eagle as shortcomings. Checks were conducted
these challenges they developed their own Strike. One of the main aim points of Eagle during and after the exercise to ensure that
company training. Mission Training Plans Strike was to develop an emotionally strenuous proper security was maintained during the
or Army Training and Evaluation Plans do training environment; training Soldiers in movement of sensitive equipment. Evaluation
not typically incorporate Technical Control difficult, “under fire” style scenarios was of the exercise consisted of numerous after
Facilities because the facilities are governed meant to develop mental agility and courage, action reviews in order to create feedback and
by the Defense Information Systems Agency. enabling them to perform better in real events. assist in revision of both the exercise and site
DISA outlines the training and operational To build the necessary stress, they included an standard operating procedures.
standards needed in order to run the facilities actor simulating a severely injured Soldier. To Operation Eagle Strike was the first
but does not provide “crew drill” style doctrinal better create realism and in an effort to increase of what is likely to be many exercises
training guides. stress on the site leadership, 293rd coordinated used by the 293rd to prepare emergency
In order to raise the training standards, with local emergency rescue personnel. The response plans and standard operating
the 293rd had to come together to develop USAG Daegu Camp Carroll Fire and procedures. Eagle Strike’s success was Pfc. Holstine stands guard during sensitive
training that would be effective, challenging Rescue Team was eager to participate directly based on proper planning and equipment evacuation — U.S. Army Photo
and quantifiable. Training of the company’s in Operation Eagle Strike and assist the strong leadership, two traits characteristic by Cadet Kenneth Hunkus
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WhAT IT MEANS:
• Through the ‘Bringing the Benefit to You’ campaign,
Guard and Reserve Soldiers and their Families
have shopped on-site at more than 100 remote
locations and purchased $14 million worth
of commissary products.
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